Question

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The Spanish were able to maintain control of their colonies in the Americas

A. By utilizing the mita system of labor to ensure social order.

B. Through a strict social order based on race and ethnic origin.

C. By allowing Native Americans to practice there indigenous religions.

D. With the use of Native Americans as political administrators who reported directly back to Spain.


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Answer 1

The answer is  B. Through a strict social order based on race and ethnic origin

Answer 2

The correct answer is B. Social standing was based on race in American Spanish colonies. Peninsulares was Spanish born individuals who lived in the Americans and served as the upper class. At the very bottom of the social ladder were African slaves and Native Americans.